How far is Kalamazoo, MI from Allendale, MI?
The driving distance from Kalamazoo, MI to Allendale, MI is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Michigan, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kalamazoo and Allendale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalamazoo and Allendale.
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Start on North Park Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Park Street
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left
40.2 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 11: Wyoming
1507 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto 28th Street Southwest
4.4 mi · 8 min · 28th Street Southwest
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Continue on Wilson Avenue Southwest
3.8 mi · 5 min · Wilson Avenue Southwest
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Continue on Wilson Avenue Northwest
2861 ft · 54 sec · Wilson Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto Lake Michigan Drive Northwest
9 mi · 12 min · Lake Michigan Drive Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lake Michigan Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kalamazoo and Allendale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Park Street
Merge slight left
40.2 mi · 00h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Kalamazoo and Sunny near Allendale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kalamazoo to Allendale?
The road trip is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km) and usually takes 01h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wayland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Kalamazoo and 32.1 miles from Allendale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.52 one way or $17.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kalamazoo and Sunny near Allendale.
Stop Ideas Near Wayland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wayland.
Vernon J. Ehlers Station
Holland station
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Rockford, Michigan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kalamazoo and Allendale. Straight-line distance: 50.57 mi (81.39 km).
#1 Kalamazoo
The second most populous city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
| Population | 76,009 |
| Coordinates | 42.2917100, -85.5872300 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Allendale
Borough in Bergen County, New Jersey
| Population | 6,505 |
| Coordinates | 42.9722500, -85.9536500 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: Allendale (-85.95365, 42.97225)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.61 | $19.22 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.52 | $21.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.99 | $23.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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